01 Aug Simple, Sweet & Safe: A Cobbler for Expecting Moms
Pregnancy often comes with an endless desire for something sweet. That’s why we love this pregnancy-friendly Peach & Blackberry Cobbler, a gluten-free dessert that’s indulgent, nourishing, and safe for expecting moms. Packed with vitamin C from peaches, blackberries, and lemon, it supports tissue repair, immune function, and your baby’s bone development.
This cobbler is simple to make and perfect for afternoons when you want to satisfy your pregnancy cravings with a naturally sweet, fruit-forward dessert.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter, for greasing
- 15 ml cornstarch
- 100 g cane sugar
- 900 g peaches
- 450 g blackberries
- 1 lemon
- 160 g gluten-free flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 g baking powder
- 85 g unsalted butter
- 160 ml almond milk
- 15 g brown sugar
Tip: Use fresh, organic fruit to make this gluten-free cobbler recipe even more wholesome.
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease a 23 x 33 cm (9 x 13 inch) ceramic or glass baking dish with unsalted butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cane sugar.
- Wash the peaches, blackberries, and lemon under cool running water. Slice the peaches into 1.5 cm wedges. Squeeze 2 tablespoons (about 30 ml) of lemon juice over the fruit and stir to combine. Transfer the fruit mixture to the greased baking dish and bake for 15 minutes, until bubbling.
- While the fruit bakes, make the cobbler topping: In a food processor, combine the gluten-free flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces (about 0.5 cm) and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the almond milk and pulse until just combined into a soft dough.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven. Drop the dough over the fruit in 12 mounds (about 1/3 cup each). Sprinkle the dough with brown sugar.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the topping is golden brown. Serve warm.
Why This Cobbler is Pregnancy-Friendly
- Vitamin C Boost: Peaches, blackberries, and lemon provide antioxidants that support your immune system and help your baby’s bones and teeth develop.
- Gluten-Free Comfort: Gentle on the digestive system, this cobbler is easy to enjoy even if you’re sensitive to gluten during pregnancy.
- Naturally Sweet Treat: Naturally sweet and fruit-forward, it satisfies your pregnancy cravings without artificial additives or refined sugars dominating the dish.
- Simple Ingredients: Minimal prep and wholesome ingredients mean you can enjoy more time savouring this dessert instead of spending hours in the kitchen.
Can I Add Ice Cream?
Absolutely! Ice cream is safe in moderation during pregnancy and adds calcium to this pregnancy-friendly dessert, supporting your musculoskeletal, nervous, and circulatory systems.
Whether served alone or with ice cream, enjoy this cobbler as a sweet moment for you and your baby.
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